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Have your say on the Future of Yandanooka Hall

Established in 1923, the Yandanooka Hall has been a significant piece of community infrastructure, serving the Yandanooka rural community for over a century. The Hall is situated on Crown Reserve R17943, for which the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (DPLH) is the responsible agency, with the Shire of Mingenew holding the Management Order.
In 14 December 2025 the Hall was significantly damaged during a storm event which resulted in the loss of its roof and damage to its frame.

Following the initial community meeting held in July, Council has continued working with its insurer to assess the available options for the future of the Hall.

A follow-up Yandanooka Hall Meeting will be held on Thursday, 15 October 2026, to present revised options and provide the community with updated information regarding the insurance settlement. Final settlement figures are expected to be available for presentation and discussion.

Council has three options which it would like your consideration of and feedback, these being:
1.Option 1A - Repair Option

Install a new portal frame roof over the Hall to meet current wind compliance standards as the structure is currently non-compliant.
Replace ceilings and wall linings
Estimate ~$800,000 although likely to be higher based on portal frame cover
Transfer ownership from State to Shire as freehold land
Insurance will cover $425,186, (under revision) estimated Council contribution $375,000-$500,000.


Option 1B - Reinstate - New Building

Full Reinstatement of the Hall with modern equilvalent
Corrugated ceiling and play wall linings like the Mingenew Town Hall
Estimate ~$440,200 plus demolition fee (est. $87,000)
Insurer managed project
Transfer land ownership from State to Shire as freehold land
Full project paid and managed by insurance ~$530,000 ex GST

- Either retain building or hand to Yandy Hall Committee one land dealing completed into Council name.

Option 2A - Cash Settlement & Demolition

Accept the insurance cash settlement of $264,695 (under revision).
Demolish the hall (est. cost $87,000).
Allocate the remaining funds to the Community Benefit Fund for future Shire projects.

Option 2B - Cash Settlement & Demolition

Accept the insurance cash settlement of $264,695 (under revision).
Dispose of the hall (est. cost $87,000).
Trasnfer land onwership from State to Shire as freehold land
Transfer land ownership to Yandy Hall Committee
Allocate remaining funds via milestone agreement for a purpose-built structure (e.g. shelter/signage) owned and managed by the Yandy Hall Committee

Option 3 - Dispose of the Hall

Accept the insurance cash settlement of $264,695 (under revision).
Transfer land ownership from State to Shire as freehold land.
Dispose of the hall in its current condition.
New owner responsible for building, toilets, insurance, repairs, electricity etc.
If repaired consideration to licenced builder (BA), insurable, milestone payments if part of the disposal?

Which option do you support? (select one only)(Required.)
2.Additional Feedback